Work On Your Game: Mental Toughness, Confidence & Discipline From A Professional Basketball Athlete

I’m talking about why you can’t be dangerous if you’re playing it safe. I got the idea from watching a clip from Breaking Bad where Walter White says, “I am the one who knocks.” In the show, Walter starts as a boring chemistry teacher but becomes one of the most dangerous men out there because he stops playing small. If you want to have real power and impact, you can’t tiptoe through life; you have to be willing to step into the danger. Show Notes:  [04:30]#1 Danger is bold energy.  [15:31]#2 Danger means controlled, directed aggression. [19:59]#3 The dangerous person is the most powerful person in the room.   [27:44]#4 Danger creates freedom.  [35:45]Recap Power Presence Protocol

In this episode, I break down how clarity is not just a nice-to-have, it's a must-have if you want to make real money. When your thoughts, actions, and intentions are all aligned, you move faster and with more purpose. I’ve seen it with high school athletes and six-figure entrepreneurs alike. If you're unclear, you're stuck. Clarity answers the big questions before they even become problems, and that’s what puts you in position to actually earn. Let’s talk about how getting clear can start putting dollars in your pocket. Show Notes:  [02:23]#1 Confusion is costly. [09:25]#2 Clarity accelerates decision making.  [17:21]#3 Clarity is a confidence builder.  [21:41]Recap Power Presence Protocol

If you’ve ever found yourself giving away your expertise for free this episode is for you. I’m breaking down why you need to stop "helping" people without charging, especially if you’re in a service-based or intellectual property business. A lot of us do it out of kindness or because we know the person could really benefit, but that’s not a good enough reason to keep doing it. Whether it’s a friend, family member, or someone who just “can’t pay right now,” I’ll tell you why that habit has to end today. So let’s get into it. Show Notes:  [01:59]#1 People do not appreciate what they have not invested in.  [17:13]#2 You are devaluing your help and devaluing yourself when you give people help for free.  [28:07]#3 Professional level help demands professional level investments. [39:28]Recap Power Presence Protocol

This is part three of my series on High Income Skills vs High Income Systems. Today, I break down points 7 through 9. Skills take discipline, you’ve got to show up and keep doing the work. But systems? They take vision. A good system can make you money even when you’re not working. Skills get clients; systems keep them. Skills give you an edge, but systems turn that edge into an asset that pays you whether you’re active or not. So let’s get into it. Show Notes:  [00:58]#7 Skills require discipline. Systems require vision.   [14:10]#8 Skills attract clients. Systems keep them around.  [21:49]#9 Skills create an edge and systems create assets.  [24:33]Recap Power Presence Protocol

This is part two of my three-part series on High Income Skills vs. High Income Systems.In this episode, I break down how skills are like the engine but systems are the whole vehicle. Skills will get you paid, but systems are what build real wealth and freedom. Most entrepreneurs stay stuck doing all the work because they never build systems and that’s why they never level up. Show Notes:  [01:01]#4 Skills are the engine. Systems are the vehicle. [08:17]#5 Skills get you started and systems generate wealth. [20:19]#6 Skills feed you and systems free you.  [27:56]Recap Power Presence Protocol

In this episode, I break down the difference between high income skills and high income systems. A lot of people build their business off of personal skill—something they can do and sell—but that’s just one level. This is part one of a three-part series where I’ll explain how skills and systems each play a role in your success, whether you're a solopreneur, a seasoned entrepreneur, or somewhere in between. You’ll start to see where you currently operate and how you can grow from one space to the next. So let’s get into it. Show Notes:  [03:23]#1 A skill pays one execution at a time or every time that the skill is delivered. [14:06]#2 Skills create value, systems create scale.  [22:36]#3 Skills are for performance.  [30:25]Recap Power Presence Protocol

You’ve heard the phrase “operate like a CEO,” but what does that actually mean? In this episode, I break down the real mindset and actions behind CEO-level leadership. Whether you run a business or you’re the only person in it, you are the CEO. And even if you work a job, you can still move like a CEO. Today I show you exactly how to make that shift, no fluff, just straight strategy. Let’s talk about it. Show Notes:  [01:33]#1 Your presence sets the tone for the entire organization on a daily basis.  [06:58]#2 Operate from and maintain a vision of the future.  [15:18]#3 Your approach is a system, it's not a mood or a feeling. [18:15]Recap Power Presence Protocol

A lot of smart people listen to this show and that includes you. But here's the thing I’ve noticed: smart people are often the slowest to take action. Today, I break down why intelligence doesn’t always lead to execution and why overthinking, perfectionism, or too much analysis can actually keep you stuck. If you’ve ever wondered why you know so much but still don’t move, this episode is for you. So let’s get into it and solve that problem. Show Notes:  [02:30]#1 When you're smart, that means you know a lot of stuff. And knowledge sometimes disempowers you just as much as it empowers you.  [08:35]#2 The key to wisdom exists on a higher plane and knowledge is understanding and knowing which knowledge to use and which knowledge to ignore at certain times, in certain contexts and why you are doing so. [18:07]#3 You must be choosy with your intelligence and knowledge.  [23:54]Recap Power Presence Protocol

Today I'm breaking down why context is everything when it comes to communication. I’ve talked a lot about the importance of being able to communicate whether you're talking one-on-one, speaking to a group, or writing something down. But the key part most people miss is context. You can say the right thing, but if the timing, tone, or situation is off, it won't land. I explain exactly what context means, why it's just as important as the message itself, and how mastering it changes how people receive what you say. Show Notes:  [02:53]#1 The exact same material presented in a different context lands very differently with the exact same person or the exact same audience.  [10:43]#2 If your message is not landing and you are 100% sure that your message is good and useful, then the problem is not the material.  [15:48]#3 Context equals packaging.  [19:04]Recap Power Presence Protocol

In this episode, I talk about how all real success is earned in private before it ever gets seen or celebrated in public. A lot of the work that leads to big results happens behind the scenes, with no applause and no spotlight. I’m reminding you that no matter how much tech we get or how fast the world moves, the process of success never changes. You still gotta respect the grind. The shine only comes after the sweat. Show Notes:  [01:37]#1 If it's not yet working for you, that means it is currently working on you.  [07:48]#2 Despite all of our technological advances, there is still no shortcut to doing the fucking work.  [16:22]#3 You don't get to skip the seasons. [20:17]Recap Episodes Mentioned: 2806: The Law Of Entropy 2769: Hard Work STILL Matters 2096: The 3 Seasons Of Your Work (And How To Manage Them) Power Presence Protocol

In this episode, I’m talking about the most common copes of mediocre people. I got the idea from a viral post showing a flashy Black rapper and a plain-dressed white entertainer sitting front row at a game. The post—and the reaction to it—revealed how folks justify mediocrity and avoid facing hard truths. Hopefully, none of these apply to you… but if they do, it’s time to ask why. Let’s break it down. Show Notes:  [01:44]#1 “Wealthy people don't display their wealth” cope. [09:06]#2 Physical- appearance cope. [17:50]#3 All people who have money are either dishonest, scamming, or you're doing some sort of grift.  [22:02]Recap Power Presence Protocol

In this episode, I'm talking about what it really means to master “the job”. Being a true professional isn’t about what outsiders see or think they understand. It’s about the stuff that happens behind the scenes, the deeper details that only people in the game really know. If you don’t get a handle on those things, you won’t last long in your profession. Today, I’m breaking down exactly what that mastery looks like.  Show Notes:  [01:24]#1 What's the job?  [11:27]#2 If you're going to be a professional, you better find out what the job is in any industry before you get into it.  [19:15]#3 Pick an industry in which you are okay with the job and you are willing to do that job on a consistent basis throughout the length of what you expect to be your career. [22:25]Recap Next Steps: 1663: Your Favorite Flavor Of "Shit Sandwich" Power Presence Protocol

Today I’m breaking down why a lot of podcasts out there are just plain trash. I’ve been a guest on over 500 shows, I check out what people are doing, and I’ve seen a lot of garbage. These shows aren’t bad by accident; they're missing key stuff. If you’re listening to a trashy show, or you’re thinking about starting one, I’ll help you understand what’s wrong and how to fix it. And no, my show ain’t trash. I've been doing this every day since 2016, and I got the track record to prove it. Show Notes:  [04:06]]#1 There is no thought or structure behind it.  [08:55]#2 There are no takeaways of substance or any post show use for visitors.  [16:18]#3 There's no real work behind what they are doing.  [20:48]Recap Next Steps: Power Presence Protocol

Today I'm talking about the easiest and hardest situations to win in. Life is a performance-based game, and as professionals, we’re expected to show up and get the job done. But not every situation gives us the same odds of success. In this episode, I break it down into three main types of situations: some set you up to win easily, while others make it a lot harder. Once you understand how to spot them, you can adjust your approach and boost your chances of winning. Show Notes:  [01:20]#1 The impossible one is when you have no game, you can't win. [09:37]#2 Easiest way to win is when you're really good, but nobody knows who you are because there are no expectations.    [22:37]#3 The hardest way is when you're really good and everyone not only knows you, but they expect you to win.  [28:02]Recap Next Steps: Power Presence Protocol

Today’s topic is how to avoid ever getting hit with a sexual assault allegation. I’m placing a futures bet right now that it’ll never happen to me and in this episode, I break down how you can make sure it never happens to you either. Most of the time, it’s men with status whether that’s in a company, an industry, or the whole world who end up with these accusations. If you’re a man with power, money, or attention, even on a small scale, this episode is for you. I’m giving you the real game on how to protect yourself before anything even has a chance to happen.  Show Notes:  [03:00]#1 Show me the Carfax.  [08:42]#2 Land the plane safely.  [17:44]#3 Careful mixing sex with power. [27:00]Recap Episodes Mentioned: 3338: Things The Disciplined Man Does 3324: The Male Lack of Discipline Epidemic Next Steps:

Today’s question is simple but real: would you follow you? If you’re trying to be a leader, this is something you’ve got to ask yourself. Based on how you show up, the energy you bring, and how you carry yourself are you someone you would trust to lead? In this episode, I give you some key questions to help you figure that out. Because if the answer isn’t a clear “hell yes,” then you’ve got some work to do. Show Notes:  [01:40]#1 Do you trust that having you as a leader would lead to success?  [07:45]#2 Can other people rest assured that because you are the leader, you will solve all the problems and fill all the gaps. [15:44]#3 Are you willing to assume leadership in a situation that does not have clear solutions or easy answers yet it has a ton of problems? [22:48]Recap Episodes Mentioned: 1217: My Virtual Mentors, Vol 5: Michael Jordan Next Steps:

Sometimes, you look around and nobody has any energy; nobody feels like showing up, practicing, or performing. I saw this a lot back when I played sports, and as the leader, I had to be the one to bring the energy anyway. In this episode, I talk about how to get yourself ready, mentally and physically, to show up strong even when nobody else does. Because no matter what team you're on, the group moves as the leader moves and that leader is you. Show Notes:  [02:18]#1 Power in leadership is ownership, responsibility, and accountability.  [17:16]#2 The essence of competition is you have to beat who's in front of you.  [21:41]#3 You are the support system for everybody else. [28:58]Recap Episodes Mentioned: 3310: "Blame" Is Not In Your Repertoire Next Steps:

Today I’m talking about how to make strong first impressions. You’ve heard the saying—“you never get a second chance to make a first impression”—and it’s true. Most people will lock in that first image of you, and no matter what happens after, that’s how they’ll keep seeing you. Even if the first thing they saw was fake, they’ll still treat it like it’s real. So in this episode, I’m breaking down how to take control of that moment and make sure the first impression you give is the one you actually want people to remember. Show Notes:  [02:25]#1 How you walk in is also how you walk through and is also how you will walk out.  [08:46]#2 Ask yourself better questions. [15:32]#3 Always be ON.  [22:13]Recap Next Steps:

Today I’m talking about one of the worst habits people have—saying “I’m thinking about it.” Most of the time, we’re not actually thinking. We’re just stalling and making excuses for not taking action. The truth is, you don’t have time to waste like that. Every day you’re getting older, and you don’t get those days back. In this episode, I’m giving you the fix so you can stop hiding behind that phrase and start doing what you said you would. Show Notes:  [02:22]#1 Put a limit on your thinking time. [07:21]#2 Say No and Move On [15:34]#3 Adding time to situations is akin to committing suicide because you only have a certain amount of life remaining.  [19:27]Recap Episodes Mentioned: 196: Hell Yeah!!! Or No Next Steps:

Today’s episode is about who’s really in charge - you or your feelings. Your mind is the one that makes the deals, not your body. Your flesh doesn’t get a vote. I’m breaking down how discipline, determination, willpower, and clear decision-making drive everything. If you want to start following through, it starts with giving your mind direct, absolute orders and cutting out the maybes. Show Notes:  [02:52]#1 Your mind makes the decision, your body doesn’t get a vote. [02:46]#2 Your mind and body are not equal partners.  [17:45]#3 Talk to anybody who works in training or coaching.  [24:21]Recap Episodes Mentioned: 2449: "Group Decision" Is An Oxymoron 2349: You Need ABSOLUTES – Not Maybes Next Steps: